As I ran through the stats for the Dish I see that some of the most popular posts have been on DYI Centerpieces and Candle Centerpieces. I thought it might be helpful to do a Need to Know column on candle centerpieces for all my crafty DIY brides.
• Use masses of candles, not just one or two
• Use heat resistant containers. If you are not sure, do a mock up and leave them burning for 4 – 5 hours. You don’t want them shattering from the heat at your wedding.
• Use a charger or tray under your arrangement. If you aren’t using containers be sure to set something under your candles. Rental companies have a hissy fit (rightly so) when you return their linens with candle wax all over them. In fact, most will charge you to replace the linen or remove the wax.
• Bring lots of helpers. All that glass gets heavy and is time consuming to set up, especially if you are filling them with water.
• Add bright shiny accents. This is what is going to reflect the candle light and multiply the effect.
• Remember not to throw away your packing. All that glass will have to be repacked at the end of the night and taken home.
• Vary the heights and widths.
• Stick to all one color and one accent color. The look comes from the flame and the shiny touches.
• If you are going to surround them with rose petals or something similar, don’t underestimate how much you will need. You want a massed effect.
• Be aware of the drafts in your room. You never know. If you think I am kidding, check out this post from a while back. In retrospect it was pretty funny.
Candles are a beautiful addition to a wedding. They add a warm ambiance and everyone look so much more fabulous in candlelight, don’t ya think?
